Washable rugs have come a long way. If you’ve ever wondered whether they look cheap, hold up over time, or actually survive a spin cycle, the honest answer is: the right one does all three. Today’s best machine washable rugs are built from solution-dyed polypropylene…
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Mother’s Day Home Decor Gifts She’ll Use for Years
Looking for meaningful gifts for mom? Nourison’s Mother’s Day home decor guide organizes the best gifts by personality type, from handcrafted wool rugs to ceramic lamps and throw pillows, so you can find exactly the right one for her.
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Water-Resistant vs. Waterproof Outdoor Rugs: Which One Do You Actually Need?
Most outdoor rugs are not waterproof. They don’t need to be. Water-resistant polypropylene construction handles rain, spills, and humidity without trapping moisture, making it the smarter and more durable choice for decks, porches, and covered patios. If you’re searching for a “waterproof outdoor rug,” what…
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What’s the Best Material for an Outdoor Rug? A Complete Expert Guide
The best material for an outdoor rug is solution-dyed polypropylene. It resists UV fading, repels moisture, dries quickly after rain, and holds up in high-traffic areas with minimal maintenance. PET (recycled polyester) is a close second, offering similar performance with a meaningful environmental advantage. Both…
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The Best Indoor/Outdoor Rugs for Every Space: A Complete Guide
An indoor/outdoor rug needs to do something a standard area rug does not: hold up to sun, rain, foot traffic, and whatever else a patio or entryway can throw at it and still look good while doing it. The best material for an outdoor rug…
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What is Afrohemian Decor?
If you’ve been scrolling through the home decor side of Pinterest lately, you may have noticed a surge of pins for “Afrohemian Decor”. According to Pinterest Predicts, it’s one of three home-centered design trends set to pick up steam in 2026. But what is Afrohemian…
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What Makes a Rug Look High End? Designers Weigh In
A great rug can completely transform a room, but not all rugs are created equal. Whether you’re working with a generous budget or not, there are some universal qualities that make a rug look and feel high end. We asked interior designers Jenna Morrow of…
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How to Decorate Your Home with Intention
Decorating with intention starts before you buy a single pillow, paint swatch, or piece of furniture. It’s less about following trends and more about making thoughtful choices that support how you live, move, and feel in your home. At its core, intentional decorating asks a…
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Rug Materials 101
When it comes to rug shopping, style and design are usually top of mind. But what a rug is made of matters just as much as how it looks. From natural fibers to synthetics, rug material plays a major role in how a rug feels…